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HelpTest Code FADPL Adenosine Deaminase Pleural Fluid
Processing Instructions
Collect pleural fluid in leak proof container, centrifuge specimen, transfer to standard tube and freeze.
Stability
Stability: Room Temp 24 hrs, Refrigerated 7 days, Frozen 30 days.
Performed Test Frequency
Tuesday | Thursday | Sunday
Methodology
Quantitative Spectrometry
CPT(s)
84311
Cerner Order Code
ADAPF
Acceptable Collection Tube(s)
Sterile Container
Specimen Volume
1.0 mL
Rejection Criteria
Rejection criteria: Whole blood, Bronchoalveolar lavage specimens, and Turbid specimen
Performing Location
Warde Medical Laboratory, Ann Arbor, MI.
Turnaround Time
3 - 6 Days